Forest

The Forest card, numbered 155 in the 2016 Planechase Anthology set, was released as part of a comprehensive collection designed to provide players with all four Planechase decks from the original 2009 and 2012 releases. This anthology served as a definitive reissue, offering players access to specialized cards and planar phenomena that had become difficult to acquire on the secondary market. The set maintained the high production standards expected of modern Wizards of the Coast releases while consolidating sprawling gameplay mechanics into a singular, cohesive package.

The illustration for this specific Forest was crafted by artist Vincent Proce. Known for his work across various Magic: The Gathering sets, Proce sought to evoke the deep, mystical atmosphere of the plane-hopping themes central to the Planechase format. By utilizing a distinct color palette and textured lighting, the art creates a sense of vastness and natural wonder typical of the verdant landscapes found in the game's expansive multiverse. Upon its release in the anthology, the card was widely received by players as a functional and aesthetically pleasing basic land that integrated seamlessly into the high-fantasy environment of the gameplay experience.